Ingredients: 1 bay leaf,2 tomatoes, sliced (or 1 can diced tomatoes),2 tablespoon chopped cilantro,1 tsp cumin,2 garlic cloves, minced, 1/2 green bell pepper, chopped,1 cup entire lentils, rinsed and drenched over night in water,1 tbsp olive oil,1 cup chopped onions, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/4 tsp crushed red peppers,3 cups water
Directions: Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a skillet, then add onions, bell pepper and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes, till onions are translucent., Add the lentils, water, cumin, oregano, crushed red peppers and bay leaf., Bring to a boil, then rely on low heat and simmer for 1 hour, 10 minutes., Add the tomatoes, Sazon Goya (or substituted spices) and salt, and continue to simmer for 20 minutes., Include the cilantro and serve warm.